Supervising First Aid for Mental Health Training Course | 2 Days • Virtual Classroom Delivery
Discounted rates for group on-site delivery
We can deliver this course to multiple candidates at your workplace. Contact us for more details.
This qualification builds on level 2 training, equipping learners to recognise mental health conditions, implement policies, and guide individuals to appropriate support. The course supports individuals to foster and develop a positive mental health culture in the workplace, through active listening and non-judgmental communication.
On successful completion, attendees will be awarded:
Ofqual regulated FAA Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health, or
Level 6 Award in Leading First Aid for Mental Health under the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
Discounted rates for group on-site delivery
We can deliver this course to multiple candidates at your workplace. Contact us for more details.
This qualification builds on level 2 training, equipping learners to recognise mental health conditions, implement policies, and guide individuals to appropriate support. The course supports individuals to foster and develop a positive mental health culture in the workplace, through active listening and non-judgmental communication.
On successful completion, attendees will be awarded:
Ofqual regulated FAA Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health, or
Level 6 Award in Leading First Aid for Mental Health under the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
Discounted rates for group on-site delivery
We can deliver this course to multiple candidates at your workplace. Contact us for more details.
This qualification builds on level 2 training, equipping learners to recognise mental health conditions, implement policies, and guide individuals to appropriate support. The course supports individuals to foster and develop a positive mental health culture in the workplace, through active listening and non-judgmental communication.
On successful completion, attendees will be awarded:
Ofqual regulated FAA Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health, or
Level 6 Award in Leading First Aid for Mental Health under the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
Champion a positive workplace culture around mental health
Approximately 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health condition and at least 1 in 6 employees experience common mental health problems in the workplace such as anxiety and depression.
The Health and Safety Executive recently reported that during 2023/24 stress, depression or anxiety accounted for 46% of all work-related illnesses.
With this in mind, their recent revision to the First Aid at Work: The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 Guidance note L74 has been updated to emphasise the need for employers to take account of employee’s mental health as part of their first aid needs assessment.
Course details
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This qualification provides learners with the knowledge to recognise a wide range of mental health conditions, and the opportunity to learn about the support/therapy provided by professional healthcare providers. Attendees will learn how to start a supportive conversation, including when and how to signpost a person to seek appropriate professional help.
Learners will not diagnose or treat mental health conditions, as this can only be carried out by healthcare professionals, but they will be able to champion a positive mental health culture in the workplace and they will be equipped with the knowledge and information to offer non-judgmental active listening and communication skills, offering people attentive listening, reassurance and support.
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Understand and identify the diverse nature of mental health, including identifying factors that can affect a person’s mental health and wellbeing
Understand a range of mental health conditions and the support/therapy provided by professional healthcare providers
Offer support and guidance, signposting people to the appropriate support and professional assistance as required
Learn effective non-judgemental communication skills, using attentive and active listening and communication skills
Champion change and a positive workplace culture around mental health, including how to conduct a mental health risk assessment in the workplace
Develop and implement mental health first aid action plans, policies and procedures
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The course will cover key mental health conditions, their signs, symptoms, and available therapies:
Depression
Stress
Anxiety
Self-harm
Suicide
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Personality Disorders
Psychosis
Bipolar
Schizophrenia
Eating Disorders
We will also cover substances and the impact of drugs and alcohol.
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On successful completion, all learners will receive their accredited Ofqual qualification in the FAA* Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health (RQF) / Level 6 Award in Leading First Aid for Mental Health (SCQF).
*FAA are an awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual and SQA Accreditation, and the qualification sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).
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This course is aimed at those in a supervisory, managerial, or leadership role and those seeking to champion mental health in the workplace. This course is also suitable for those seeking to be a designated First Aider for Mental Health in the workplace.
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Learners must be aged 16 years or over, and it is recommended that learners hold a minimum of level 1 in literacy (or equivalent) to undertake this qualification.
Due to the level of unsupervised learning, a learner undertaking a distance learning course must have the literacy skills to complete the required self-study.
We follow the FAA Reasonable Adjustment and Special Consideration Policy, and aim to provide reasonable adjustments where possible, please contact us ahead of booking to discuss any additional support.
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This course is delivered over 2 days, via online video conferencing software. Our approved, quality-assured trainers will be available for the full duration of the course. Training will start at 9:30am and finish at 17:30 each day.
Training will be delivered via a variety of resources including webinars, group activities and online resources. This course requires a commitment of self-study. The total qualification time is 14 hours, with a minimum of 12 hours guided learning.
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The assessment consists of a combination of written assessment and professional observation/discussion throughout the course. There is no grading of the assessment, the assessment is passed, or learners are referred.
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The qualification will be valid for up to 3 years from the date of issue. Annual refreshers are advised. Following the 3 years, the course will need to be completed again to requalify.
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Course materials will be provided by your trainer
Remote training via our trainer
Certificates will be provided on successful completion of the assessment
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For more flexible learning options, we offer evening, weekend and weekday training courses, with enhanced self-study options to suit the learners needs. Please see our other courses available here
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Group booking discounts are available for onsite course delivery to multiple candidates. Contact us for details.
